FMC §9-2703 requires dogs to be on a leash no longer than 6 feet or in an enclosed area whenever off the owner's property. Off-leash is only permitted at designated Fresno dog parks including Woodward Park Dog Park, Basin AH-3, and Inspiration Park Dog Park. Violations carry $50-$250 fines escalating for repeats.
Fresno Municipal Code §9-2703 requires any dog off its owner's property to be under the physical control of a competent person on a leash not exceeding 6 feet, or confined within a vehicle or enclosure. Voice control is not sufficient. Off-leash is only permitted inside fenced designated dog parks. Fresno's leash-free dog parks include Woodward Park Dog Park, Basin AH-3 Dog Park near Copper Avenue, and Inspiration Park Dog Park. Leash violations are cited as infractions starting around $50, escalating on subsequent violations. Dogs at large that bite or chase people or animals become evidence in dangerous dog designations under CA Food and Agriculture Code §31602. Owners are strictly liable for dog bites under Civil Code §3342. Fresno Animal Services impounds dogs running at large with redemption fees increasing with each incident. Waste cleanup is also required under FMC §9-2704.
Infraction fines starting ~$50; impound fees; potentially-dangerous or vicious dog designation on repeated off-leash bites.
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